Blueprint Reading Seminar

Overview:

This seminar is designed to introduce participants to the fundamentals of blueprint reading in a hands-on and interactive environment. Through practical exercises, attendees will gain an understanding of how to interpret symbols, dimensions, and other important components of blueprints commonly used in manufacturing and construction.



Objectives:

By the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:

• Identify common features on prints such as dimensions, notes, lines types and symbols;

• Understand specifications related to tolerances and angles;

• Read geometric projections (orthographic views);

• Decipher various assembly drawings including detail views, exploded parts diagrams and cutting plans;

• Interpret conventional welding symbols; and

• Follow safety regulations that are applicable to blueprint reading.



Part 1: History and Overview

Part 2: The Cover and Architectural Sheets

Part 3: The Plan View

Part 4: Elevations, Section and Details